Alex Bush
About Alex Bush
Alex Bush is an Engineering Manager with extensive experience in mobile engineering, currently working at UpKeep. He has held various roles at notable companies such as Uber, Wanelo, and Wayfair, and is also a writer and podcast host focused on iOS development.
Work at UpKeep
Alex Bush currently serves as an Engineering Manager at UpKeep, a position he has held since 2024. Prior to this role, he worked at UpKeep as a Senior iOS Developer from 2021 to 2022 and as a Team Lead from 2022 to 2024. His experience at UpKeep spans several years and includes significant contributions to mobile engineering and team leadership in a remote capacity from Los Angeles, California.
Previous Experience in Software Engineering
Before joining UpKeep, Alex Bush held various positions in software engineering. He worked as a Software Consultant (iOS) at Uber from 2018 to 2019 and as a Senior Software Engineer at Wayfair from 2019 to 2020. Additionally, he was a Mobile Engineering Manager at PCS Software Inc for six months in 2020 and a Senior Mobile Consultant at ThoughtWorks from 2017 to 2018. His early career included roles as a Lead iOS Engineer at Journy and a Software Engineer at Wanelo.
Education and Expertise
Alex Bush earned a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from Siberian State Technological University, studying from 2006 to 2010. He specializes in iOS software architecture and integrates business and product perspectives into technical decisions. His expertise extends to mentoring developers and teaching coding skills, reflecting his commitment to professional development in the tech community.
Publications and Contributions
Alex writes 'The Mobile Engineer' Substack newsletter, focusing on mobile engineering topics. He also hosts the 'Inside iOS Dev' podcast, where he provides practical advice on iOS development best practices. Additionally, he authored 'The iOS Interview Guide,' a resource designed to assist iOS developers in preparing for technical interviews.
Advocacy and Methodologies
Alex Bush advocates for the LEAN methodology and the build/measure/learn loop approach in product development. These principles guide his work in engineering management and influence his contributions to team processes and project outcomes.